Results of Count 9: who’s in, who’s out and who’s still in contention? At 16:35 on Sunday, two seats have been taken by two Sinn Fein candidates Pearse Doherty and Padraig MacLochlainn, with three still to play for. Pat the Cope Gallagher has 10,680 votes and is still strongest to take the third seat, however […]
Third victim of Castlefinn collision to be laid to rest
The third victim of Friday’s fatal Road Traffic Collision will be laid to rest on Friday. Samuel Hunter of Murlog, Lifford (formerly of Cranford, Milford) was seriously injured in a road traffic collision that claimed the lives of two others in Donegal on Friday night. Mr Hunter was taken to Letterkenny University Hospital for treatment […]
Former teacher’s new book celebrates the history of Loreto Letterkenny
By Róise Collins AS part of the 170th celebrations marking Loreto eductation in Letterkenny, former teacher Ann Carroll will launch her new book ‘The Convent’ at a special event at her old school next week. Ann, who grew up in Kilkenny, moved to Donegal in 1975 following the passing of her father. Her family moved to […]
Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup renamed in memory of Creeslough victim Leona Harper
THE Ulster Rugby Girls U14 Cup has been renamed in memory of Leona Harper. Leona (14), who played for Letterkenny Rugby Club, sadly lost her life following a tragic explosion in Creeslough in 2022. She was one of ten people who passed away following the tragic incident.
Yates tips 2 SF, 2 FF and 100% Redress
By Chris Ashmore SINN Féin and Fianna Fáil will both win two seats while the 100% Redress Party will take one in the five-seat Donegal constituency in this month’s general election – that’s the prediction of high-profile broadcaster, businessman and former Agriculture Minister Ivan Yates. And by making this selection, he is also predicting that […]
Lifford family launches Christmas toy appeal in loving memory of son
By Dionne Meehan FOR the last 12 years, the Hughes family from Lifford have been donating toys every Christmas to Crumlin Children’s Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House in memory of their baby son Ollie. And this year, they are anticipating their biggest donation yet. Advertisement Born in 2010 to Michelle and Conor Hughes, it […]
Frances Browne Literary Festival returns to Ballybofey
By Rebecca Crockett THE Frances Browne Literary Festival returns this week for its annual celebration of Ulster’s “Blind Poetess” from October 10th to 13th. Taking place across venues in Ballybofey and Stranorlar, the programme is an eclectic mix of theatre, music, poetry, painting, and panel discussions. Advertisement Celine McGlynn, Chairperson of the festival committee, said: […]
International writers seek inspiration in Gaoth Dobhair
FROM New Delhi to New York, Paris to Zagreb – writers from far flung places gathered at Teac Jack in Gaoth Dobhair this week for a special international retreat. One of several such events organised by award-winning Ireland Writing Retreat each year, the week comprised workshops on subjects as varied as story arc, character development, […]
Roadworks scheduled this week on R263-5 at Kill, Largy
Road resurfacing works will be carried out by Donegal County Council on the R263-5 at Kill, Largysillagh on Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd. Work will take place between 8am and 6pm. Traffic management will be in place and delays can be expected. Donegal County Council has apologised for any inconvenience caused.